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¼ Qiran - Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār
Silver (.900) | 1.1513 g | - |
Issuer | Iran |
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Shah | Naser al-Din Shah (1848-1896) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1311-1313 (1894-1896) |
Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
Value | ¼ Qiran (قران) |
Currency | Qiran (1825-1932) |
Composition | Silver (.900) |
Weight | 1.1513 g |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#57352 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Nāṣer al-Dīn Qājār, who was the Shah of Iran from 1894 to 1896. He was known for his efforts to modernize Iran and introduce new technologies, which is reflected in the design of this coin. The coin features a unique blend of traditional Persian motifs and modern European influences, making it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.